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Guido Perla & Associates, Inc. Designs GPA 675J PSVs
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering firm Guido Perla & Associates, Inc. (GPA) was awarded a contract to deliver the Design, Regulatory Design and Production Engineering for two GPA 675J PSVs for Jackson Offshore Operators. The vessels will be constructed at BAE Systems in Jacksonville, Florida, under a contract that includes the option for two additional vessels. Throughout the design and engineering process…
Ballast Water Tech: Ecochlor
As ship owners globally face the eventual mandate to install ballast water management technology onboard their ships – a refit which is touted as the most expensive equipment refit ever – Maritime Reporter & Engineering News in its February 2013 edition examines emerging Ballast Water Technologies for consideration. Ecochlor, Inc. received Product Design Assessment (PDA) Approval from ABS for its full range of ballast water treatment systems (BWTS)…
Ballast Water Tech: Severn Trent de Nora
As ship owners globally face the eventual mandate to install ballast water management technology onboard their ships – a refit which is touted as the most expensive equipment refit ever – Maritime Reporter & Engineering News in its February 2013 edition examines emerging Ballast Water Technologies for consideration. Electrolytic ballast water treatment systems typically pass the entire ballast flow stream through the electrolytic cells.
ABS to Address Offshore Wind Risk Management
ABS Consulting will present at the Offshore Wind Transport and Lift Workshop in London.on February 26. The presentation will focus on risks which may arise during…
Ballast Water Tech: Hyde Marine
As ship owners globally face the eventual mandate to install ballast water management technology onboard their ships – a refit which is touted as the most expensive equipment refit ever – Maritime Reporter & Engineering News in its February 2013 edition examines emerging Ballast Water Technologies for consideration. Hyde produced its first system in 1999 and installed its first system on the M/S Coral Princess in 2003.
Bouchard Orders Articulated Tug Barge from VT Halter
VT Halter Marine, Inc., Pascagoula, Miss., announced a new contract to build an Articulated Tug Barge (ATB) unit with an option unit for Bouchard Transportation Co., Inc. (Bouchard).
DESMI Containerized BWTS Tested by Maersk
DESMI Ocean Guard’s containerised BWTS solution successfully 
tested by A.P. Moller - Maersk. The OxyClean system based on UV and ozone has come through testing in both fresh, brackish and salt water, and Maersk Line concluded it to be an attractive solution, in particular for container ship retrofits. Per Hother Rasmussen from Maersk Maritime Technology explains: ”We have tested containerized ballast…
Jaya Delivers with Pride
Jaya Holdings Limited, operators of a Singapore offshore shipbuilding yard, has delivered a new state-of-the-art multi-purpose offshore support vessel Jaya Pride. Mr Sheshashayee paid tribute to his shipbuilding team for their dedicated professionalism and coordinated efforts completing the vessel on time and to extremely high standards of fit and finish. The 78-meter vessel, which can accommodate up to 148 passengers and crew…
ABS Relocates from London to Hamburg
Classification society ABS to relocate its Northern European regional marine operations office from London to Hamburg, Germany. “This relocation is part of ABS’…
MARMAC 302 Launched
McDonough Marine Service announced the launching of the MARMAC 302, the first of two new 300’ x 100’ x 20' ABS Class ocean going barges commissioned by the barge and marine transportation company. The barges were designed by Dan Jones & Associates with an ABS Load line maximum cargo capacity of 13,200 short tons at 15.7’ draft. The uniform deck strength of 4,500 lbs/sq. ft., combined with a increased side shell strength, provides clients with maximum hull protection.
New LNG Carrier Delivered to GasLog
LNG carrier 'GasLog Shanghai' delivered on budget ahead of schedule from Samsung Heavy Industries. The vessel is a 155,000 cubic meter Tri-Fuel Diesel Electric LNG carrier that sets new standards for efficient performance and environmental protection. The vessel is classified to the ABS ENVIRO+ notation, signifying the highest level of environmental protection and energy conservation. Furthermore the…
ABS Forms Operational, Environmental Performance Team
Top talent to take leadership role in developing solutions for industry’s most pressing challenges. ABS, a provider of global classification services, has taken…
Crowley Maritime Tankship Christened
Crowley Maritime Corporation christen its newest US-flag tanker, 'Florida', at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard. More than 100 guests, including Chairman, President and CEO Tom Crowley; friends and employees from Crowley; representatives from the customer, shipyard, and labor along with other industry dignitaries, gathered to celebrate the vessel’s christening, which was performed by Nina Glende Johnsen, the wife of Aker President and CEO Kristian Rokke.
ABS Grants Energy Management Certifications
ABS announced the certification of several maritime industry leaders for adopting energy management systems. Gaslog LNG Services Ltd., Consolidated Marine Management…
ABS Updates DPS Reguirements
ABS, a leading provider of classification services to the global offshore industry,releases the 'ABS Guide for Dynamic Positioning Systems'. The publication is seen…
Vroon Orders New SSV
The subsea support vessel (SSV), to be named 'VOS Sugar, is to be built in China at the Fujian Southeast Shipyard. The contract contains the option for a second vessel, and follows on from the two SSVs built at the Shipyard in 2012 for Vroon Offshore Services (VOS Shine and VOS Sweet). The new vessel, VOS Sugar, is a modern SSV with retractable thruster and super‑silent tunnel thruster, providing a high standard of comfort for both passengers and crew.
Communications & Single Point Failures: What’s Your Back-up Plan?
How well prepared is your company for a natural disaster? How quickly could you get your operations up and running after the storm or other event hits? How about your vendors and suppliers? Emergency contingency plans (aside from vessel emergencies where oil has entered the water – that merits its own article and won’t be covered here) can start with a streamlined communications process. For emergencies ashore, how are you set up to handle business if the office is no longer accessible?
ABS Gains Recognized Organization Status – Japan
Classification Society ABS authorized by the relevant ministry to serve as a Recognized Organization of the State of Japan. “This authorization strengthens our global…
R/V Cape Hatteras Will Embark on New Phase
Famed for Finding Oil Deposits on the Seafloor after the Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Horizon Accident, the Invaluable Seagoing Laboratory is up for Sale. Meticulously tended to by a professional crew…
Japan Authorizes ABS as Recognized Organization
ABS was granted authorization by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism to serve as a Recognized Organization of the State of Japan. This authorization allows ABS to provide statutory certification services to Japanese-flagged vessels on behalf of the government. “This authorization strengthens our global coverage and allows vessel owners and operators greater operational flexibility,” said Christopher J. Wiernicki, President and CEO, ABS.
ABS Launches ABS Wavesight
ABS Wavesight Enables Shipowners to Unlock Value from Digital Solutions
ABS Wavesight Accelerates Growth
Maritime Reporter TV Interviews Jim Watson, President, Americas Division, ABS
From Ship to Cloud: ABS Wavesight Nautical Systems™ Makes the Leap from On-Prem to Web-Based Fleet Management
ABS Wavesight Celebrates a successful first year!
Navigate Compliance with Confidence: Discover Carbon Diligence from ABS Wavesight
ABS Wavesight Advantage™: One Intelligent, Connected Maritime Platform to Transform Complexity into Operational Clarity
Patrick Ryan Named Chief Technology Officer, ABS
